How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California to New Zealand?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from California to New Zealand. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from California to New Zealand?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from California to New Zealand with an airline and back with another airline. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California to New Zealand?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from California to New Zealand up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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Flight from Los Angeles to Auckland

Verified travelerFlew with Air New ZealandSFO-AKLJan 2025

Be prepared for a long overnight flight. Ear plugs a necessity. We had many many kids, and several who screamed rather than cried. A tough night. Not the airlines fault

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Pay for seating with extra leg room. Specifically ask air New Zealand what documentation is needed to pass through to a second flight in Auckland.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California to New Zealand?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from California to New Zealand.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California to New Zealand?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from California to New Zealand is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from California to New Zealand?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from California to New Zealand with an airline and back with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California to New Zealand?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from California to New Zealand up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California to New Zealand?

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